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Nashik's Water Crisis: Chromium Found in Groundwater
29 Oct
Summary
- Chromium contamination detected in Nashik's groundwater.
- Industries emitting chromium will undergo inspection within a month.
- Authorities ordered to map contamination and improve sewage treatment.
Authorities in Nashik are taking swift action after chromium contamination was found in the city's groundwater. Divisional Commissioner Praveen Gedam has mandated a comprehensive inspection of all chromium-emitting industries within the next month to pinpoint the sources of pollution. This initiative is part of a broader effort to address contamination in the Godavari River and its tributaries.
Further actions include mapping the extent of groundwater and surface water contamination and developing strategies to mitigate it. The Nashik Municipal Corporation has been tasked with organizing health camps to assess any adverse health effects on residents. Efforts are also underway to improve sewage treatment infrastructure and strictly enforce the ban on polythene bags.
In addition to industrial pollution, the removal of water hyacinth from the river and the survey of unauthorized structures are being expedited. Gedam emphasized the need for inter-departmental coordination and time-bound implementation of these measures to protect public health and the Godavari River.
